Red lentils and mixed vegetables such as sweet bell peppers, carrots, and zucchini are simmered in a creamy coconut milk broth infused with warming spices. Serve this very slurp-able soup with large soup spoons. For a brothy soup, add more coconut milk or water.
Red Curry Soup With Lentils [Vegan, Grain-Free]
Serves
4
What Ingredients Do You Need To Make Red Curry Soup With Lentils [Vegan, Grain-Free]
- 1/2 cup red lentils, picked over, rinsed, and drained
- 3 1/4 cups water, divided
- 1 teaspoon safflower or other neutral oil
- 3/4 cup coarsely chopped onion
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 1/2-inch knob fresh ginger, peeled and minced or grated
- 3 tablespoons red curry paste
- 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 cups thinly sliced bell pepper (any color), carrots, or zucchini (or small cauliflower or broccoli florets)
- 1 13.5-ounce can full-fat coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 tablespoons raw sugar or other sweetener
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon fresh lime or lemon juice
- 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh Thai basil or sweet basil
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, divided (optional)
- Fresh lemon wedges, for garnish
How To Make Red Curry Soup With Lentils [Vegan, Grain-Free]
- Combine the lentils with 2 1/2 cups of the water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook the lentils for 13 to 15 minutes, or until they are al dente, stirring once halfway through the cooking time. Drain the lentils and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and a pinch salt and cook until the onion is translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the ginger and red curry paste and stir to combine. Cook the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes, until the paste is fragrant. Add the bell pepper and a splash of water and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add the milk, remaining 3/4 cup water, salt, sugar, cayenne, lime zest, and lime juice and stir to combine. Add the cooked lentils and bring the mixture to a rolling boil, 6 to 7 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasonings. Reduce the heat to low. Add the Thai basil and 2 tablespoons of the cilantro (if using) and stir to combine.
- Cover the saucepan and simmer for a few minutes, until the vegetables are cooked through and the flavors meld. Garnish with the remaining cilantro and lemon wedges and serve.
Notes
Add some smooth peanut butter and curry powder for a Massaman-style soup. Add 10 ounces cubed firm or extra-firm tofu instead of cooked lentils.
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